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Plan a Stay at the Red Fox Hotel & Event Center

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Plan a Stay at the Red Fox Hotel & Event Center

Who doesn’t love an overnight stay that makes you feel revived, refreshed, and fantastic?! How about a stay that includes not having to leave the hotel for food or drink?! That’s exactly what you get when you plan a stay at the Red Fox Hotel & Event Center in Waverly.

While we were hosted during our stay at the Red Fox Hotel, all thoughts are 100% authentic and my own. For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.

History of the Red Fox

The Red Fox Inn was originally constructed in the 1970’s in Waverly, Iowa. It was a prime event center in it’s time with 100+ guest rooms, a banquet room, restaurant, and bar. Over the next 30ish years, many people celebrated special events, spent their wedding nights, and more at this Eastern Iowa spot. Then, it fell into disrepair and was almost doomed for destruction when new owner Nick Graham (and some friends) worked with the city of Waverly to give it a new life.

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A Weekend Getaway in Mason City, Iowa: 6 Things to Do

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A Weekend Getaway in Mason City, Iowa: 6 Things to Do

Who wants a weekend getaway with a big-city feel, but not the big city crowds or traffic?! Well, we think a weekend in Mason City, Iowa, is just what you are wanting then. We have 6 stops that will make for a great weekend with your special someone. Check them out.

** Special thanks to Visit Mason City, Iowa for hosting us during our visit. All thoughts & opinions are 100% authentic and our own. Please see the Disclosure Tab for full details.

Mason City, Iowa

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Book a Funky Staycation at the Highlander Hotel in Iowa City, IA

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Book a Funky Staycation at the Highlander Hotel in Iowa City, IA

We are all about staycations, especially in the winter because you never know what the weather is going to do here in the Midwest!! Thankfully, Iowa is full of great staycation destinations including the Highlander Hotel in Iowa City. And with it’s modern funky vibe, it’s extra special!

A special thanks to the Highlander Hotel for hosting us on our staycation. All thoughts & opinions are 100% authentic and my own! For full details, please see the Disclosure Tab.

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10 Reasons You Need to Visit Kansas City, KS

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10 Reasons You Need to Visit Kansas City, KS

Looking to take the family on a weekend getaway in the Midwest or even a family vacation, maybe a couples getaway?! I’ve got 10 Reasons You Need to Visit Kansas City, KS. Kansas City is full of great reasons for a visit including being historically rich, lots of entertainment, great food, and wonderful places to stay!

Grinter Place Museum

Grinter Place Museum

We love visiting historic homes on our travel and the Grinter Place Museum was no different. The home belonged to Moses & Annie Grinter. It holds a lot of history connecting the Delaware Indian Tribe to the Kansas City area. It is owned by the Kansas State Historical Society who tell the story of the Grinters and the Delaware Indians.

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Oh My Osage, Iowa! 10 Reasons to Visit

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Oh My Osage, Iowa! 10 Reasons to Visit

Osage, Iowa, is a town around 3,500 people located in northeast Iowa. It may not be the place that you would typically seek out for your weekend getaway. But, I guarantee that there is plenty of things to do in Osage, Iowa, that will make your travels worth it!

A huge thank you to the Osage Chamber of Commerce for hosting our visit. All thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic and my own. For more details, please check out the Disclosure Policy tab!

Location

As previously mentioned, Osage is located in northeast Iowa and is situated along 2 state highways making it easily accessible. It’s also relatively close to a couple regional airports. This means you can fly in and road trip there and back, enjoying the Iowa countryside!

If you’re traveling by car…

  • Des Moines, IA – 148 miles – 2 hours, 10 minutes drive time
  • Minneapolis, MN – 134 miles – 2 hours, 12 minutes drive time
  • Kansas City, MO – 341 miles – 4 hours, 50 minutes drive time
  • Chicago, IL – 338 miles – 5 hours, 25 minutes drive time
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Food Tour of the Iowa State Fair

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Food Tour of the Iowa State Fair

Everyone has their own reasons for visiting the Iowa State Fair! For some its the livestock, for others its the grandstand shows, but for me, it is definitely, the Iowa State Fair FOOD!

Visiting the Iowa State Fair

It’s a tradition for T and I to attend the Iowa State Fair at least one day each year! It’s our date day or weekend and something we look forward to sharing with each other!  We often do the same things at the fair…see the same things, and even eat the same fair foods, our favorites of course  We’re creatures of habit and honestly ok with that!

The Varied Industries Building, Pioneer Hall, and the Shoppers Mart underneath the Grandstand are always a must for us.  We also enjoy watching the FFA Parade of Champions and the Governor’s Charity Steer Show.  

But, really…the Iowa State Fair is all about the food, right?!  So, what do we eat?  Well, it’s usually a lot of the classics, but I also try to taste one new item each year.  It’s usually new to me, but not necessarily the fair.  So, what do we love?!

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4 “Must Do” Things in Dubuque, IA

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4 “Must Do” Things in Dubuque, IA

Did you know that Dubuque, Iowa is “where Iowa started”? It’s true, back in 1785, Julien Dubuque landed here and established a colony. Ever since then it’s grown and bloomed into an important part of Iowa’s tourism and commerce systems. Whether you’re looking to spend a day or a weekend here, there is lots to do. To help you navigate it all, I’ve put together our 4 things that are the “must do’s” while visiting this river town!

1. Stay at the Hotel Julien Dubuque

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